Your West Midlands Wedding - Jun/Jul 2019 (Issue 62)

SOMETHING NEW Shropshire-based Sophie Kerr Photography has rebranded as Bright Wing Photography and YWMW HQ is loving the new designs. “Since 2011, I’ve been shooting weddings under the name ‘Sophie Kerr Photography’ and slowly building up a reputation as a happy, natural photographer in Shropshire and beyond,” shares Sophie. “A lot can change in eight years, so it felt like the right time to create a brand that reflects me and the professional photographer that I am today. Thanks to the support of amazing past couples and the power of social media, word’s spread faster than I ever imagined, and the response is overwhelmingly positive.” All of the graphic and website design was done by graphic designer Hannah Bird (hellobird.co.uk ). “I was impressed by her work with other local businesses in the area and knew she was the right woman for the job. The Bright Wing Photography website and logo is a thing of beauty, and a million times better than anything I could have come up with myself!” Check out brightwingphotography.co.uk The latest news from around the region Nearlywed NEWS AWARD WIN Heavenly Wedding Belles, situated in Telford, has recently won a local magazine award for The Best Bridal Boutique in Shropshire 2019 which the team are very proud of – congratulations! The boutique boasts 30 in-house designed bridal gowns and no dress is more than £799 – amazingly with a free veil and garter to boot! Check out heavenlyweddingbelles.co.uk RECENTLY RENOVATED The Chequers Inn at Ettington, in Stratford-Upon-Avon, has undergone an extensive renovation. The 38-cover restaurant has been completely refreshed, creating an inviting dining experience providing visitors with intimate snug areas along with spaces suitable for larger parties. The new menu will take in pub classics like fish and chips and handmade burgers alongside a selection of dishes such as braised lamb shoulder and pan- fried seabass. It will comprise the best quality, local ingredients and a range of ever-changing sharing platters and seasonal menus will also be available. The drinks menu will offer an extensive wine list, and ciders, lagers and ales – including The Chequers Inn’s own pale ale – along with a selection of cocktails.  Proprietors Paul and Aman Bhandal said, “We’re excited to welcome customers back to The Chequers Inn after a much-deserved facelift. We want to provide diners and drinkers alike with a comfortable and friendly environment, whilst offering the best quality produce possible. It has been a real labour of love, and we hope that the public will be as impressed with the new menus and the design of the bar and restaurant as we are.“ Visit the-chequers-ettington.co.uk CRAFTERNOON TEA Museum of the Jewellery Quarter has a unique offer for hen parties. For a creative hen do the Crafternoon Tea package includes an all-day jewellery or craft workshop making an item with a local designer, accompanied by afternoon tea. It’s a chance to learn new skills in a historical setting with an expert designer. There are two workshops to choose from, the Silver Jewellery Workshop allows parties to make either a ring, earrings, a pendant or bangle. In the second workshop option guests can make a beautiful floral crown suitable for a special occasion (like your big day?). The workshops use traditional tools and workbenches allowing you to emulate the jewellers of the past in this historic setting. As part of the package you will also enjoy a traditional afternoon tea. Check out birminghammuseums.org.uk/jewellery/venue-hire/venue-hire/ crafternoon-tea YOUR ESSENTIALS 9